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SaveHere is some fascinating trivia about the Philippines!
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SaveThis quiz relates to all things from the Philippines!
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SaveAn attractive one-page fact file all about the Philippines. Print, distribute and discuss!
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SavePosters of famous tourist destinations in the Philippines!
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SavePosters of famous landmarks in the Philippines!
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SavePhilippine Bunting templates for a Filipino party!
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SaveObjective: Promotes memory recall, focus and attention, group paticipation and laughter.
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SaveThis very simple card game works great for memory care.
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SaveThis simple card and dice game works well for memory care.
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SaveA list of words ending in OLOGY - meaning: the study of............
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SaveAccording to Welsh Folklore, these ornately carved Spoons were traditionally made from a single piece of wood by young men as a love token for their sweethearts.
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SaveA horse-themed quiz to enjoy!
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SaveAll answers are words or expressions pertaining to the human body. A fun quiz for seniors!
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SaveCan be used within PowerPoint or a printed hard copy. Let the residents pick out a name and use the powerpoint to show the famous face. Read up on the famous face and have a group discussion about them.
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SaveI've used this quiz with various levels of cognitive ability - all enjoyed the challenge and the group support in working out the answers. It has also triggered reminiscence and group discussions.
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SaveI've used this with various levels of cognitive ability - all enjoyed the challenge and the group support in working out the answers. It has also triggered remininscence about the garden.
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SavePowerPoint presentation for discussion and reminiscing.
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SaveIf your community has started vaccinations or are in the middle of setting up your final clinic, it’s time to CELEBRATE! It’s been quite a difficult year and while vaccinations aren’t a global cure, they are definitely a reason to feel some hope
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SaveHere is a newsletter template for April 2021 in WORD format. So easy to edit and customize!
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SaveSing the next line of the song - if you know more, carry on singing and enjoy yourselves! These songs date back to the 1920s.
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SaveHere are ten more "what wold you do" scenarios I created and have done with my residents. While my residents love getting into a good discussion about each, I like that their answers give me a lot of insight into who they are. Enjoy!
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SaveHere are a few poems written by people expressing their feelings during this Covid 19 Pandemic.
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SaveI am an activities coordinator for a memory care unit and the residents enjoyed tying the knots around the entire blanket.
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SaveAn audience participation story engages the audience in the story. It is a fun activity that promotes focus and creativity. Clients may repeat a word or phrase throughout the story: sing, gesture, or act.
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Posters to help celebrate Easter!
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A reminiscing magazine for every day in April! Enjoy a full page of information about every day of the year, including important historical events, short bios, jokes, quotes, and fun brain teasers.
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Here are some Welsh jokes to share on St. David's Day.
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SaveI took lists made up with different items and printed out all the letters of the alphabet.I put the letters in a bag and gave them each a letter and then started reading off the list and they would have to give me an answer starting with the letter I gave them.
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SaveI printed large photos of interiors of high street shops in the 50's. We then listed on a flip chart all the things they would have bought. We ended up with super long lists and lots of happy memories!
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SaveA color by number Veranda With View activity to enjoy! Use the key provided to color each number and discover the completed image.
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Here are some more inspiring stories about faithful dogs to share.
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A story about the incredible dog who helped catch Osama Bin Laden.
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Here is a Welsh quiz to enjoy on St. David's Day!
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SaveHere is a lovely Welsh poem to share on St. David's Day.
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SaveSongs include music from genre's ranging from Gospel, Rock & Roll, Country Western, Musicals, and more. All of the songs can be found on Youtube.
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SaveAs a kid growing up in Texas, Jim Morris loved to play baseball. He was an outstanding pitcher and was even drafted right out of high school by the New York Yankees. However, it would be decades before he would pitch in the major league.
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Here are a few questions to get your group talking about one of the most beloved (or hated, depending on who you ask) traditions: getting dressed up for church, for a parade, or for a party at Easter.
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With a pen, join the artwork to the artist.This is a hard one and is suitable for residents who enjoy art or who previously worked in jobs relating to the arts.
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Encourage residents to talk about these books and reminisce about their plots.
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Get your kicks on Route 66 by making this historic roadway a part of your next sensory stimulation small group or individual interaction.
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Can you name these famous dogs? Some are real, some are fictional!
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I gathered 8-10 residents to the common area near the entertainment and sound system.
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SaveANZAC Day Posters!
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¡Una revista que recuerda todos los días de marzo! Disfrute de una página completa de información acerca de cada día del año, incluyendo eventos históricos importantes, breves biografías de famosos, chistes, frases célebres y adivinanzas divertidas.
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Here is some interesting trivia to read on St. George's Day
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April means one thing in America: baseball season begins again!
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I created a Merit Badge guessing game for my residents. Residents were surprised and interested when I handed them out. If you are able to do in group setting you could google the images and get them to guess from a screen.
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SaveUpdated for 2020! AFL Tipping spreadhsheet with formulas to automatically calculate each person's tally. Score cards for each round of fixtures included!
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SaveNRL Tipping spreadhsheet with formulas to automatically calculate each person's tally. Score cards for each round of fixtures included!
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SaveYou can now add Daily Schedules, Icons, and Print at a variety of sizes! This easy to edit activity calendar can be pre-filled with upcoming events and celebration ideas for nursing homes and assisted living facilities. A perfect resource for activity coordinators working with the elderly.
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Save20 activities for the elderly with dementia. The following ideas may be used on a one-to-one basis and others may be suitable for small groups depending on their abilities. These dementia activities are designed to promote and maintain existing skills.
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SaveThis game is very popular! It provides mental stimulation, social interaction and promotion of self-worth.
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SaveThis is such a fun game! Residents will love reminiscing about the price of groceries in a social setting.
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SaveThere are two ways to play this game. Great for people living with dementia!
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SaveReminiscing with the elderly is a wonderful way to validate the lives of individuals and provide seniors with a sense of purpose, especially those living with dementia. Reminiscing activities also encourage social interaction and promote interpersonal skills.
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SaveWhiteboards are an indispensable tool for Activity Coordinators and can be used for group activities, communication and learning!
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SaveAdapting and modifying games for seniors is necessary for all sorts of different reasons. As well as for those living with dementia, games need to be modified for those who use wheelchairs and those with impaired vision or sensory loss.
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SaveGentle exercise for the arms as well as an opportunity to socialize! Great for game for the elderly. Also suitable for people living with dementia.
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SaveThis is a wonderful game that can be adapted to any occasion. Residents will enjoy reminiscing and sharing stories.
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SaveThis fun and simple game is great for seniors including people living with dementia. Includes well known sayings, idioms and proverbs that they will remember from their past.
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SaveInstilling a culture of humor and laughter into long-term care facilities is good for everyone and may even improve the overall functioning and well-being of your clients. It is important to incorporate funny and amusing activities into your regular program that cater to all tastes.
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SaveThis simple and fun game promotes friendships and physical activity!
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SaveHere is an over 80s song list. It includes lyrics to over 80 popular songs from yesteryear to enjoy in a sing-along. Sing the first line, and then ask residents to sing the next line!
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SaveMusical Bingo improves recall and provides opportunities to reminisce. It is also an enjoyable and sociable game. This game was created by a Music Therapist I worked with and it was very popular in our Dementia Care Unit. If you don't have time to put the game together, ask a volunteer to help you. All you need is a computer, a printer and a laminator. This activity includes downloadable song cards and calling cards.
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SaveSample monthly and weekly activity calendars for activity coordinators working in nursing homes. I know from experience that when i first started at a rest home I was thrown in the deep end, and I just thought by sharing this it may help out a newbie to develop their activities program. This is a wonderful resource to help you plan ahead. Thanks to everyone who has shared their calendar.
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SaveCelebrate spring at your nursing home by making a gorgeous dream tree composed of spring flowers and blossoms!
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SaveMusic has been proven to be very beneficial for the elderly in long term care, particularly those living with dementia or Alzheimer's Disease. Here are some wonderful free playlists of famous songs from the 40s, 50s & 60s!
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SaveAnna is a 79 year old lady living with 2nd stage dementia. She seems to understand what staff say but is slow to respond. She is restless most of the day, sitting for only minutes at time...
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SaveThe documentation process varies from facility to facility but there are usually three important steps to follow.
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SaveFor the elderly who loved to read all their lives, listening to someone read to them can bring profound comfort and joy. Why not start a Read-Aloud Readers Group activity at your facility; a Book Club with a difference! Read-aloud activities are an intervention well worth pursuing.
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SaveThe coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is causing chaos worldwide and this is a hard time for so many. We need to hang in there - these crazy times will pass. Here are some in-room activitiy ideas for residents to enjoy while in isolation.
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SaveElderly people who are confined to bed for long periods of time because of diagnosis or frailty often experience severe mood swings. They get tired of sitting or lying down, become bored with life and miss social contact with others.
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SaveHave some fun having a 'Spot the Differences' contest! This is a great group activity for seniors!
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SaveLearn how to respond to the assessment of needs with the following 6 case studies extracted from resident care plans.
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SaveThis sample program is for acute Dementia care. Some people like to do it weekly, others monthly. Download the form and adjust it to suit you.
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SaveMost long term care facilities have some residents who are ‘loners’ or ‘introverts’; they enjoy being in their bedrooms and do not often pursue interaction with others.
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SaveArmchair Travel takes people to faraway places without leaving home. It provides a sensory experience and the opportunity to learn about exotic lands and important past events in a meaningful manner. This is a wonderful activity for seniors living in nursing homes and suitable for people with dementia.
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SaveOld wives tales are widely held traditional beliefs that are now thought to be unscientific or incorrect. Nevertheless, many old wives tales have been scientifically proven to be true! Can you guess which ones?
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SaveIndigenous Australians use plant shoots, Echidna quills and small twigs to paint their Dreamtime stories. Here are 12 Dot Painting Templates to enjoy with the elderly.
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SaveHere's a fun Christmas quiz for seniors in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
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SaveSensory stimulation is the activation of one or more of the senses such as taste, smell, sight, hearing, and touch. Sensory stimulation is a key component for improving the quality of life of people living with dementia.
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SaveThis is a group activity suitable for other celebrations as well, such as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day.
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SaveThis quiz can be extended into a good old fashioned sing-a-long! Have fun!
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SaveEveryone responds instinctively to music. A person’s ability to engage in music often remains intact far into the advanced stages of dementia. Music triggers certain networks of the brain that benefit people suffering from difficulties with language, cognition, or motor control.
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SaveSharing and recollecting memories with seniors in long term care helps them to affirm who they are and maintain self worth.
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SaveIt is not uncommon for seniors living in assisted-living facilities to lack mental stimulation and social contact. Recreation Therapists often use one-on-one visits to respond to the needs of those who avoid social settings. There are many enjoyable games and activities that can keep minds and bodies strong and active.
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SaveMen’s activities are challenging! The best way to find meaningful activities for men is to uncover past lifestyle choices and history - you can gather this information from residents and their families. Here are 8 tips for engaging men in meaningful activities.
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SaveThis is a wonderful reminiscing activity in a group setting. Guess the names of these famous people from the clues provided.
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SaveShort and sweet jokes to share!
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SaveDesigning activity programs for residents in nursing homes and long term care requires creative thinking and enthusiasm. Your main point of reference will be the assessment of your clients.
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SaveHere's a fun word game for Seniors - Name a word starting with the same letter across 10 categories. Answers included!
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SaveA reminiscing magazine for every day in August! Enjoy the next edition of the popular 'This Day in History' series with historical trivia, jokes, quotes and biographies!
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SaveLovely wall art for all occasions! Video instructions included.
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SaveEncouraging the elderly to participate in scheduled activities can be challenging. Lack of engagement is a common problem. It is important that you identify any barriers - whether perceived or real - that might be preventing residents from getting involved.
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SaveA reminiscing magazine for every day in September! Enjoy the next edition of the popular 'This Day in History' series with historical trivia, jokes, quotes and biographies!
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SaveCreativity is a skill to be developed and cherished. There are endless ways to train and exercise the brain! The following exercises are good practice for creative thinking.
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SaveDuring your working hours, you will see many clients outside of programmed activities; seize the opportunity and engage with them. It will only take a minute or two and can transform someone's state of mind and lift their spirits more than you can imagine.
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SaveA reminiscing magazine for every day in January! Enjoy a full page of information about every day of the year, including important historical events, short bios, jokes, quotes, and fun brain teasers.
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SaveSensory stimulation with familiar scents. A fun activity for seniors and the elderly living with dementia.
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